Asked by Nadia Sleman on Jul 28, 2024
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Which of the following phenomena usually involves an excessively negative, overgeneralized assumption about a socially defined category of people?
A) self-fulfilling prophecy
B) confirmation bias
C) attitude
D) stereotype
Stereotype
A fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Socially Defined Category
A classification of people based on socially agreed upon characteristics like race, gender, or occupation.
- Explain how stereotypes are formed, maintained, and can lead to self-fulfilling prophecies.
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Devin LenkeyAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Stereotype involves an excessively negative, overgeneralized assumption about a socially defined category of people.
Learning Objectives
- Explain how stereotypes are formed, maintained, and can lead to self-fulfilling prophecies.
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